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ADMISSIONS PROCESS

The selection process for the Masters is open:

• for EU students from March 1st, 2026 to December 15th, 2026;
• for non-EU students, from March 1st 2026 to October 15th, 2026.

The selection process consists of two phases: an initial pre-selection phase followed by a second phase, which involves an interview with the Applicant.

1. Pre-selection phase After the submission of the Application Form, Milano Fashion Institute ("MFI") carries out a pre-selection based on the submitted documents, as well as on the fulfilment of the admission requirements and the selection criteria, all of which are detailed in the relevant section of this document. Following this initial assessment, MFI will inform the Applicant at the email address specified in the Application Form whether the application has been successful or not.

2. Second phase If eligible, Applicants are required to attend an online interview with the Academic Committee, after which the final result (admitted or not admitted) will be communicated to the same email address used to notify the outcome of the pre-selection phase.

The process requires between 2 and 4 weeks. Candidates are therefore encouraged to submit their applications as early as possible.

Starting date of lectures: January 11, 2027

Selection documents to be sent

1. Application Form. The Application Form must be completed accurately (in English or in Italian) in all its parts.
2. Copy of Degree certificate. The Master is open to both BA and MSc/equivalent graduates. Documentation must clearly indicate the University attended. If the degree is obtained between the close of the selection process and the start of the Master, a self-certification is required, with a commitment to provide the official degree certificate by the course start date.
3. Copy of Passport or ID card.
4. CV.
5. Motivation letter. The letter must outline the reasons that led the candidate to apply for the Master and their interest in the industry.
6. Photo (passport type).
7. Copy of the Official Transcript of Grades (official certificate issued by the University) in the original language.
8. Copy of the English language certificate (TOEFL min. 80; IELTS min. 6 overall; PTE Academic min. 51; CAE; CPE; BEC Higher), if applicable.

Sending your Application Form

The Application Form, with all required documents attached, must be submitted no later than December 15th, 2026 for EU students, and October 15th, 2026 for non-EU students, via the online form.

Selection results

At the end of the selection process, applicants will receive written confirmation of the outcome of their admission request. The result will be either admitted or not admitted.

The selection takes into account not only the individual profile of the candidate, but also the overall composition of the class, in order to ensure a diversity of educational backgrounds within the Master. If a candidate is deemed eligible for admission but all available places have already been confirmed, Milano Fashion Institute reserves the right to place such candidates on the waiting list for the next edition. Selection interview results are normally communicated within 3 working days of the interview with the Academic Committee.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

To apply for admission to the Milano Fashion Institute Master programmes, applicants must meet two types of requirements: study requirements and language requirements.

• Study requirements: a BA, MSc, or equivalent three-year degree is sufficient.
• Language requirements: at least an upper-intermediate level of English is mandatory.

Work experience is not required.

The Master programmes are open to all graduates holding a BA, MSc, or equivalent degree. A background in fashion is not necessary; graduates in economics and management, fashion design, communication sciences, or related fields are all welcome to apply.

Selection criteria

The selection is based on the evaluation of several factors, including the skills, knowledge, competences and prerequisites of the applicant. The candidate's motivation, level of engagement with the training project, and future career aspirations will also be taken into consideration.

For non-native English speakers, an advanced and certified level of English is considered an important element of the evaluation. Candidates who are non-native English speakers and do not hold a bachelor's degree or high school diploma taught in English are required to provide one of the following certifications:

• TOEFL, minimum level 80;
• IELTS, minimum 6 overall;
• PTE Academic, minimum 51;
• CAE;
• CPE;
• BEC Higher.

Native English speakers, and non-native English speakers holding a bachelor's degree (of at least 3 years) or a high school diploma taught in English, are not required to provide an English language certificate.

FINANCIAL COMMITMENT

Participants are required to make a significant personal and financial commitment.

The total tuition fee for the Master is €18,000, payable in 4 instalments as follows:

• 1st instalment: €4,500 upon acceptance of admission;
• 2nd instalment: €4,500 by December 31st, 2026;
• 3rd instalment: €4,500 by March 8th, 2027;
• 4th instalment: €4,500 by May 3rd, 2027.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Milano Fashion Institute offers merit-based scholarships to students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement. MFI is also actively committed to expanding scholarship opportunities through partnerships with private companies, making additional funding accessible to deserving candidates. Information regarding scholarships for the 2026 Master's programmes is available here.

Withdrawal and Master programme transfer requests

1. In the event of withdrawal, the first instalment is non-refundable.
2. The Applicant may withdraw from the Master programme up to the fifth calendar day preceding the start of lectures, by submitting a written request via priority mail to MFI's registered address at Via Durando 38, 20158, Milan, preceded in all cases by an email to administration@milanofashioninstitute.it. In the event of withdrawal, the Applicant may request a refund of fees paid, with the exception of the first instalment.
3. The Applicant may request a transfer from one Master programme to another by submitting a written request via priority mail to MFI's registered address at Via Durando 38, 20158, Milan, preceded in all cases by an email to administration@milanofashioninstitute.it. MFI will evaluate the reasons behind the request and inform the student of its decision. Transfers are not guaranteed and are subject to availability.
4. Should the Applicant, having followed the procedures outlined above, subsequently fail to attend lectures without providing prior notice, no refund will be granted and the full fee will remain payable. However, within one calendar year from the start date of the Master programme's lectures, the Applicant may attend the next edition of the same programme (if applicable) or another MFI Master programme, subject to payment of any applicable price adjustment.